BitGo Secures MiCA License from German Regulator
BitGo has secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license from Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin).
Dubai Will Accept Crypto for Government Services in Association With Crypto.com
Dubai will soon allow residents and businesses to pay for government services using cryptocurrency, thanks to a new partnership with the global crypto platform Crypto.com.
Metaplanet Adds 1,271 Bitcoins to Reserves
Metaplanet has bolstered its Bitcoin holdings by acquiring 1,241 BTC, valued at approximately $126.7 million, demonstrating the company’s confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term potential.
Ledger Regains Control of its Discord Server
Late Saturday night, Ledger users noticed a suspicious announcement on the company’s Discord server. Shortly after, Ledger confirmed it had regained control following an account compromise.
Northern Mariana Islands Senate Votes to Override Governor Veto of Stablecoin Bill
The Northern Mariana Islands Senate has overridden Governor Arnold Palacios’ veto of a stablecoin bill, enabling the Tinian local government to issue licenses to internet casinos and manage a “Tinian Stable Token.”
Meta in Talks to Integrate Stablecoin Payments
Meta is reportedly in discussions with crypto firms to explore the use of stablecoins for global payments, according to five sources.
Senate Democrats Block US Stablecoin Bill
Senate Democrats blocked a bipartisan bill intended to establish a legal framework for cryptocurrency, after concerns arose about President Donald Trump’s ties to the industry, disrupting negotiations.
Coinbase Q1 Revenue Falls by 10%
Coinbase reported a 10% quarter-over-quarter revenue decline to $2 billion in Q1, falling short of industry estimates by 4.1% as market trading activity slowed.
Space and Time Launches on Mainnet to Power a New Generation of Data-Driven Crypto Apps
San Francisco, California, 8th May 2025, Chainwire
OCC: US Banks Can Buy and Sell Customer Digital Assets
The OCC’s latest interpretive letter, published Wednesday, cements national banks’ authority to engage in crypto asset transactions and custody without pre-approval—a significant pivot from 2021’s restrictive stance.
Texas Senate Advances Bill Aimed at Creating a Bitcoin Reserve
The Texas legislature has advanced groundbreaking cryptocurrency legislation with Senate Bill 21, which would establish an official state Bitcoin reserve.
Robinhood Plans Blockchain Platform for European Investors to Trade US Stocks
Robinhood is reportedly building a blockchain-based trading network that would allow European retail investors to access US securities.
Dogecoin: A Brief Guide
Dogecoin was created in 2013 by software engineers Billy Markus and Jackson Palmer as a joke based on the popular “Doge” meme, featuring a Shiba Inu dog.
CFTC to Drop Appeal Against Prediction Market Kalshi
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) on Monday moved to withdraw its appeal of a federal judge’s decision allowing commodities exchange KalshiEx to place bets on US political election outcomes.
Bitwise Files to Launch a NEAR ETF
Bitwise Asset Management has made a significant move by applying to the US SEC for a spot NEAR exchange-traded fund, marking an important milestone for the altcoin market.
